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Koulourakia (Greek Butter Cookies)
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 6
I got this recipe off a PBS television special on Christmas cookies. These are absolutely delicious with a hot cup of tea!
Ingredients:
1 lb butter or 1 lb margarine
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 egg yolks, beaten
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 -5 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
sesame seeds
beaten egg white
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter& sugar until very light& fluffy.
4. Add egg yolks, milk, baking powder, vanilla, cinnamon& baking soda; mix well.
5. Gradually add flour, about 1 cup at a time, until dough is no longer sticky (dough should not stick to your hands, but should not be too dry).
6. Dough should be easy to handle without chilling.
7. Take a 1 lump of dough, and roll into a 6 log on work surface.
8. Sprinkle a few sesame seeds on work surface; roll log over seeds.
9. Form log into a ring or twist; place on parchment-lined cookie sheets.
10. Brush each ring or twist with egg white.
11. Bake 15-17 minutes or until light golden brown.
12. Cool completely on wire rack.
13. Store in airtight container.
By RecipeOfHealth.com